Burgerim, which in Hebrew means "many burgers," is part of an Israeli-based chain that specializes in what they call "mini-burgers." They come in packs of one, two, three or 16 3-ounce gourmet burgers, each one heavily customized.

Burgerim, a fast-casual chain featuring customizable sliders, opened June 17 at Coconut Point in the former longtime location of Johnny Rockets next to the movie theater in that Estero mall. Juan Carlo/The Star, File photo

Carlos Molina, looks at Marc Angels mini burger at Burgerim in Newbury Park. The burgers are small and multi-flavored, from a beef burger to a salmon burger and the usual way of ordering them is as Duo or the Trio, i.e., two or three mini-burgers, with fries and a soft drink. Customers can choose toppings at 50 cents each. They also serve a few salads and sandwiches on what looks like regular-size buns. JUAN CARLO/THE STAR

Burgerim began in Israel in 2008 and has grown to more than 160 locations, including dozens in nine states (and counting). The global chain lets diners customize one, two, three or a party box of 16 mini burgers (2.8 ounces), with three buns, 10 patties, five sauces and nine toppings (cheeses, fried egg, mixed greens, etc.) to choose from. courtesy of Burgerim

J.P. Sarraute, supervisor, prepares orders at Burgerim in Newbury Park. The burgers are small and multi-flavored, from a beef burger to a salmon burger and the usual way of ordering them is as Duo or the Trio, i.e., two or three mini-burgers, with fries and a soft drink. Customers can choose toppings at 50 cents each. They also serve a few salads and sandwiches on what looks like regular-size buns. JUAN CARLO/THE STAR

J.P. Sarraute, supervisor, prepares orders at Burgerim in Newbury Park. The burgers are small and multi-flavored, from a beef burger to a salmon burger and the usual way of ordering them is as Duo or the Trio, i.e., two or three mini-burgers, with fries and a soft drink. Customers can choose toppings at 50 cents each. They also serve a few salads and sandwiches on what looks like regular-size buns. JUAN CARLO/THE STAR

Burgerim are small and multi-flavored, from a beef burger to a salmon burger and the usual way of ordering them is as Duo or the Trio, i.e., two or three mini-burgers, with fries and a soft drink. Customers can choose toppings at 50 cents each. They also serve a few salads and sandwiches on what looks like regular-size buns. File photo

The chain's growth has been swift. First opened in 2011, Burgerim currently has more than 160 locations. The Commerce Street location will be the first in Alabama.

They expect to open in the next few months.

No hours or prices have been announced yet, but other locations are open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Burger combo boxes at other locations usually range from about $7 to $13. The chain offers wings, salads, fries, kids meals and more.